Impact of New Work & Community Engagement Requirements

On January 11, 2018, CMS released guidance for states seeking 1115 waivers that condition Medicaid eligibility on work and community engagement, quickly followed by approval of Kentucky’s 1115 waivers that include these requirements. Both the new guidance and recent waiver approval represent a significant departure from past Administrations’ positions. This webinar reviews the new guidance, including key design parameters, budget neutrality requirements, and monitoring and evaluation criteria. Also discussed are state legal, policy, and operational considerations.